Excelsior Springs Farmers Market Celebrates National Farmers Market Week

The Excelsior Springs Farmers Market is set to celebrate National Farmers Market Week, from August 4-10, 2024, during this Wednesday’s event. This year marks the 25th anniversary of the national celebration, which emphasizes the crucial role farmers markets play in the country’s food system.

The local market, known for its community engagement and fresh produce, accepts WIC and Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Vouchers, along with EBT and Double-Up Food Bucks, making it accessible to a wider range of residents.

To mark the occasion, the Excelsior Springs Farmers Market has organized a series of special events for the evening market. Highlights include a bounce house, kids’ magic and balloon activities, and a proclamation from local officials. Visitors can also enjoy treats from Nonnie’s Shaved Ice and music from a live DJ. Additionally, the market has been selling raffle tickets for the past month, with the drawing set to take place on August 7th. Participants must be present to win a variety of prizes.

In a recent campaign, the Excelsior Springs Farmers Market encouraged citizens to vote in America’s Farmers Market Celebration by American Farmland Trust. While the market did not secure a national position, it achieved second place in Missouri with 692 votes, narrowly missing first place by 31 votes. Lawson’s market came in fifth place with 163 votes.

The Excelsior Springs Farmers Market operates every Wednesday, offering a morning market from 9:00 am to 11:30 am at the Excelsior Springs Community Center and an evening market from 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm downtown in the Hitch Lot, behind 414 Company on Thompson Avenue. Additionally, Wood Heights hosts a market on Tuesdays from 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm at the Wood Heights City Hall, 2098 East Ridge Drive.

As National Farmers Market Week kicks off, the Excelsior Springs community is invited to join in the celebrations, support local farmers, and enjoy the festivities.

Raffle Prize List

The Grazin’ Station – $50 Gift Certificate

VanTill Family Winery – $50 Gift Certificate

One Step At A Time – Free Group Dance Lesson

Scooter’s Coffee – Coffee Pods and Mug

Excelsior Springs Golf Course – Round of Golf

Excelsior Springs Community Center – 1 Month Membership

Excelsior Springs Community Center – 2 Hour Party Room Rental

Excel Nutrition – $20 Gift Certificate

Dari-B – T-shirt and $5 Gift Certificate

Abigail’s Sweet Peas – Coloring Book w/ Character Crayons

Abigail’s Sweet Peas – Set of 4 Bead Bracelets

Slightly Off Broadway – Set of 2 Tickets

Opportunity Cafe – $20 Gift Certificate

Ray’s Lunch – $25 Gift Certificate

O’Reilly Auto Parts – Car Wash Bucket

Mind, Body & Soap – $20 Gift Certificate

816 Bakehouse – Variety Box

Holistic Springs (Courtesy of Jay Stoetzer, CEK Insurance) –

Four $25 Gift Certificates

And Hair We Are – Free Haircut, 10% Off Color, Bottle of Product

Yellow Box of Magic – 1 hour Magic Show

Style by Ry – $20 Gift Certificate

Walgreens – $10 Gift Certificate

Sonic – Two $25 Gift Certificate

Excelsior Springs Farmers Market – Tote Bag and Cup

Excelsior Springs Farmers Market/Hustle & Heart – Cream Long

Sleeved T-shirt, size XL

Excelsior Springs Chamber Trolley – Wine Tumbler

Naye’s Tupperware – Tupperware Set

Penrod’s Greenhouse – $25 Gift Certificate

Northland Rolladium Skate Center (Courtesy of Joe Stoetzer,

CEK Insurance) – $25 Gift Certificate

Baking with Basils – Free Monster Cookie

John McGovern – Kick Scooter, Blue

John McGovern – Kick Scooter, Pink

Nonnie’s Shaved Ice – Free Large Specialty Shaved Ice

Jerzee Girls Creations – Two Lemonade Tumblers

Haisley & Tanner Co. – Seven Tumblers

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